Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Med checks with a problem list, not a clipboard
You should be able to name the drug, the target symptom, the main risks, and the next lab date.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Genetic testing (pharmacogenomics) may change CYP2D6/2C19 probabilities. It is not a personality test.
Telehealth medication management still requires Florida presence, identity check, and a visit note.
Indications and differentials
Not indicated as a replacement for inpatient care when risk is high.
ADHD medication only after the evaluation supports ADHD over mimics.
Hypnotics only after sleep differential, not as a standing nightcap.
Not indicated to supply controlled substances without a supporting diagnosis and monitoring plan.
From intake to follow-up: Medication Management
Check labs due for the current class.
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
No-show after a high-risk start triggers outreach.
Send the prescription to a named pharmacy; document the pharmacy.
Evidence we actually use
Functional labs (TSH with free T4/T3, ferritin, vitamin D, sex hormones, hs-CRP) are ordered when the history for Medication Management suggests a medical contributor. Normal labs do not rule out a DSM-5-TR diagnosis.
Controlled-substance prescribing, when used in Medication Management, follows Florida PDMP review and a monitoring plan. Stimulants and benzodiazepines are never started from a portal message alone.
Visit length for new Medication Management is typically 60–90 minutes. Follow-up length depends on risk, controlled substances, and how many variables changed since the last visit.
Monitoring and safety in Medication Management
Benzodiazepines: indication, duration limit, taper language.
Missed labs = delayed titration.
Clozapine: ANC monitoring — we refer if we cannot meet the REMS cadence.
New antidepressant: short-interval follow-up for activation and SI.
How Davie patients actually get here
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Medication Management visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
ZIP 33314 is the lead postal code listed for Davie. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Check labs due for the current class.
Decide: continue, adjust, switch, or taper — one primary change when possible.
Davie FAQs for Medication Management
Can you help me taper?
Yes. Tapers are scheduled by drug class. Do not stop MAOIs, benzos, or paroxetine abruptly on your own.
Can I refuse a medication?
Always. Informed consent includes the option of no medication.
Can medication management be telehealth?
Yes if you are in Florida and the case is appropriate. Controlled-substance rules still apply.
Do you monitor antipsychotics?
Weight, A1c, lipids, and neurologic side effects are part of the protocol.
How often are visits?
Tighter after a start or change; wider when stable and labs are current.
What labs do I need?
Depends on the drug: TSH, lithium level, A1c, etc. We will list them in the plan.
How far are you from NSU?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 10 minutes from Nova Southeastern University's main campus, making us a convenient option for students seeking psychiatric care.
Do you treat college students from Davie?
Absolutely. We work with many college-age patients on ADHD management, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders common in academic settings.
Next step
If Medication Management is the right next step, schedule a 60–90 minute intake with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Same-week telehealth follow-ups are used after the diagnostic visit when clinically appropriate.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Medication Management. Mention Davie so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
Related care
Clinician: Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Last medical review: 2026-09-21.
Florida telehealth psychiatry is available to established and new patients located in Florida at the time of the visit, subject to licensure and clinical appropriateness. An in-person evaluation at the Hollywood office may be recommended when a physical exam, vital signs, or a more complete diagnostic interview is needed.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It does not establish a provider-patient relationship. Always seek care from a qualified clinician for questions about a medical or psychiatric condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department.